I have a PhD in physics, and I wasn't a fan of academia, and my specialty isn't in demand in the private sector. So back to computing. I think the priority of

I have a PhD in physics, and I wasn't a fan of academia, and my specialty isn't in demand in the private sector. So back to computing. I think the priority of the US is in tech not basic science. I also wanted to make some money, passion will only carry one so far when you are living month to month on a PhD's salary. I am thankful I had programming to fall back on. I think I am grateful I failed to make it as a professional scientist, my lifestyle if much healthier as a software engineer. My job is not my identity, I work normal hours, I can take time off, I found new hobbies, I sleep more, I can stop working without guilt.